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5th grade journalists challenge perceptions of their schools

Season 2025 Episode 336 | 5m 09s

In Providence, Rhode Island, public schools have long faced scrutiny over low test scores, crumbling buildings and persistent challenges communicating with bilingual families. But one city elementary school is pushing back against that narrative, thanks to a team of young journalists. Ben Berke of Ocean State Media reports for our arts and culture series, CANVAS.

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